The thing is, if LG is not seen as a starter, or a key option of the bench, then it is often better to take the guy you know will work and do anything for the team Gross does seem more like that kind of guy. General workhorse, no ego.
Agree. Finally we are seeing clarity in selection process. Consistency in performance is key. No point selecting players who have not been consistent. This was a issue in past selection for major Tournaments. Rather than form, players were getting selected on past reputation. I say well done Naiglesman.
That's really sad. Goretzka is far better than Gross, who was only good in the first half of the season and has faded badly since. Seriously questioning Nagelsmann now.
That was the major one but it's not just that. From the very start there were challenges for him to face that most most young developing players in a new country / league should not have to: - the COVID pandemic - getting COVID twice early on. - an inexperienced crap manager who did not know how to use him. - managerial instability over his entire tenure, including another relatively inexperienced manager. - many other players flopping all around him putting more pressure on him to perform. - the owner of the club having his assets frozen due to a war (one that could potentially have led to global war) resulting in extreme instability in the club and uncertainty over the clubs future. How could any young player thrive and develop in those circumstances is beyond me.
All good points. I also think the problem for Havertz has been it is not clear what his best position is, especially because he can play so many roles to a high level. His success in the close season has been because Arteta created an entirely new role for him He plays partly as 9, partly as attacking midfield, and partly as an 8 he doesn't play as a false 9 at all.
Not understandable.2nd most assists in the league, WC performances in the CL KO stage - has the confidence + momentum.On top he would’ve been fine with a bench role. Showed in 2018 that he has impact off the bench.More useful for 🇩🇪 than Müller, who has 1G/A in 15 Euro games. https://t.co/5U0NRdCSfk— 𝙎𝙝𝙚𝙢𝙨𝙞 🇩🇪🇦🇱 (@shemsifcb) May 15, 2024 Why does Nagelsmann choose Muller over Brandt?, Bayern connection?
Muller is chosen due to his mentality and character, plus he is still an excellent presser. I would have chosen Brandt as well, but not at Muller's expense.
GK) Ter Stegen, Nübel CB) Anton RB) Henrichs CM) Kroos AM) Musiala, Wirtz Who will be the last piece?
He has. Remeber, he's had to adjust his position and taken on added leadership due to Brighton as a club who have been ravaged with injuries and a transition period.
Agree. Muller brings far more than just the playing side of things. He's like a general amongst the group.
A lack of balance in the team, and the continued fantasy of playing a false 9 were more of a issue than Mullers participation
With the lack of success we've had for the last decade, I'm certain it's not only Mullers participation that's the route cause
Agreed, but Muller's presence has not helped an any way. And while I have great respect for him, there are players who deserve that spot more.
How much playing time will Brandt or muller get at the Euros - I assume very little . But muller will for sure add a few other factors like motivation , fun , mentoring and speaking some confidence into the team , ontop of a 10 or 20 minutes here and there where he could Make an impact . I am okay for muller to join the euros at home in Germany . I am sure he is well aware of his role . we have neuer / Kroos and muller there from 2014 , which is a good thing . Then we have our middle aged players who have been around for a while anf Some who have been preforming top this season and our young ones who actually have racked up great experience . I think the team is well rounded and the Timing is great . We as good as any other team